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hold

Pronunciation: [/hoʊld/]

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hold: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use hold in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “physical action”

(verb) to grasp, carry, or support something with your hands or arms. When you pick up a toy or hug someone, you are holding it.

Example

I hold my teddy bear when I go to sleep.

Example

She refuses to hold my hand while crossing the street.

Example

Can you hold this package for me?

Context: “ownership or possession”

(verb) to have or own something. When you have a toy, book, or favorite shirt that belongs to you, you hold it.

Example

I hold the keys to the house.

Example

I don't hold any shares in that company.

Example

Do you hold the title to the car?

Context: “event or gathering”

(noun) an event or gathering where people come together to socialize, listen to music, or celebrate. It's like a party or get-together where everyone can have fun.

Example

We're having a hold for my birthday next weekend.

Example

The conference room was empty before the hold started.

Example

Are you coming to the company hold this Friday?

How to pronounce hold

Pronunciation: [/hoʊld/]

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